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- Dictionaryblunt/blʌnt/
adjective
- 1. (of a cutting implement) not having a sharp edge or point: "a blunt knife" Similar Opposite
- 2. (of a person or remark) uncompromisingly forthright: "a blunt statement of fact" Similar Opposite
verb
- 1. make or become less sharp: "wood can blunt your axe" Similar Opposite
noun
- 1. a hollowed-out cigar filled with cannabis. informal
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The meaning of BLUNT is having an edge or point that is not sharp. How to use blunt in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Blunt.
BLUNT definition: 1. A blunt pencil, knife, etc. is not sharp and therefore not able to write, cut, etc. well. 2…. Learn more.
Synonyms for BLUNT: abrupt, short, gruff, curt, outspoken, brusque, rude, bluff; Antonyms of BLUNT: diplomatic, smooth, polite, circuitous, tactful, civil, courteous, gracious.
BLUNT meaning: 1. A blunt pencil, knife, etc. is not sharp and therefore not able to write, cut, etc. well. 2…. Learn more.
abruptly plain and direct in address or manner, without attempting to be tactful: a blunt, ill-timed question. Synonyms: impolite, uncivil, rude, rough, gruff, short. slow in perception or understanding; obtuse: His isolation has made him blunt about the feelings of others. Synonyms: dimwitted, stolid, thick.
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion. “ blunt talking and straight shooting”. “a blunt New England farmer”. synonyms: candid, forthright, frank, free-spoken, outspoken, plainspoken, point-blank, straight-from-the-shoulder. direct.
Definition of blunt adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. (esp of a knife or blade) lacking sharpness or keenness; dull. 2. not having a sharp edge or point: a blunt instrument. 3. (of people, manner of speaking, etc) lacking refinement or subtlety; straightforward and uncomplicated. 4. outspoken; direct and to the point: a blunt Yorkshireman.
blunt something to make a point or an edge less sharp. Definition of blunt verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
blunt saying exactly what you think without trying to be polite: She has a reputation for being blunt. frank (somewhat formal) honest in what you say, sometimes in a way that other people might not like: To be frank with you, I think your son has little chance of passing the exam. which word?
